A Room With a View Lesson Plan

Think-Pair-Share

Kind of Activity:

Group Discussion

Objective:

To grasp and discuss point of view, tone, and narrative in group settings

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.4, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.5, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.6, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.11-12.1

Structure:

In this think-pair-share activity, also known as "pyramiding" or "snowballing," students will take a few minutes to write down their personal reflections on a text, then pair with one other partner for a few minutes to discuss their thoughts. The pair will join another group of two for a four-person discussion, until the class comes back together for a full discussion. The exact...